Remote Work in Pharmacy Academia and Implications for the New Normal.
William Allan Prescott1,2, Daniel R Kennedy3, Judith DeLuca4
1University at Buffalo, School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Buffalo, New York prescott@buffalo.edu.
American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education
|February 5, 2022
Summary
Pharmacy faculty widely adopted remote work during the COVID-19 pandemic, with most reporting maintained or improved productivity and better work-life balance. These findings support continued remote work options for pharmacy faculty.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacy Education
- Occupational Health
- Higher Education Administration
Background:
- The COVID-19 pandemic necessitated rapid shifts to remote work across academia.
- Understanding the impact of remote work on pharmacy faculty is crucial for future academic policies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the prevalence of remote work among pharmacy faculty during the initial two years of the COVID-19 pandemic.
- To evaluate pharmacy faculty and administrator perceptions regarding remote work's impact on productivity, effectiveness, and work-life balance.
Main Methods:
- An online survey was distributed to members of the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP).
- Data collection included questions on remote work extent and perceptions, supplemented by focus groups.
- Statistical analysis was performed on survey and focus group data.
Main Results:
- 97% of pharmacy faculty were permitted remote work, with 94% participating.
- Most faculty (85%) and administrators (81%) reported no change or improved productivity.
- Over half of respondents experienced enhanced work-life balance while working remotely.
Conclusions:
- Remote work was extensively adopted by pharmacy faculty during the pandemic.
- Perceptions indicate that remote work did not negatively impact productivity or effectiveness.
- Schools of pharmacy should consider ongoing remote work policies to leverage benefits for faculty.
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